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Tsukuba Circuit
Compact 2.045 km Ibaraki track that became the world benchmark for time attack, hosting legendary Hot Version and Best Motoring battles. A sub-minute lap here is the holy grail of tuner culture.
17 km · about 20 min drive
Ibaraki, Japan · Asia
Shimodate is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Yūki, 17km from Tsukuba Circuit.
Shimodate is a town located in Ibaraki, Japan. With a population of 63,666, it is an important destination in Asia.
On a road trip, Shimodate sits in Japan, where you drive on the left. It's in the Asia/Tokyo time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Shimodate to your route.
Shimodate Station (下館駅, Shimodate-eki) is a junction passenger railway station located in the city of Chikusei, Ibaraki Prefecture in Japan, operated by East Japan Railway Company (JR East), together with the private railway operator Kantō Railway and the third sector Mooka Railway. It is also a freight depot for theRead more
Japan Freight Railway Company (JR Freight).
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Shimodate is located in Ibaraki, Japan, Asia. The coordinates are 36.3000 latitude, 139.9833 longitude.
Shimodate has a population of approximately 63,666 people, making it a town in Japan.
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Japan Helpline (24h English assistance): 0570-000-911. An International Driving Permit (1949 convention) is required to drive.
Full driving guide for Japan3 notable places within an hour's drive.
racetrack
Compact 2.045 km Ibaraki track that became the world benchmark for time attack, hosting legendary Hot Version and Best Motoring battles. A sub-minute lap here is the holy grail of tuner culture.
17 km · about 20 min drive
museum
Honda's official museum at Twin Ring Motegi showcasing racing motorcycles, Formula 1 cars, and production vehicles.
34 km · about 40 min drive
racetrack
Honda's twin-track complex in the Tochigi hills, formerly Twin Ring Motegi, with a 4.8 km road course, a unique superspeedway oval, and Super GT and MotoGP heritage.
34 km · about 40 min drive
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